Plumbing Licensing in North Bay Village, Florida

Who Needs a License

Any person who engages in plumbing work in North Bay Village must hold a valid Florida plumbing license. Under Fla. Stat. § 489.105, plumbing is defined as the practice of installing, repairing, or maintaining pipes, fixtures, and appliances for the conveyance and use of water, gas, or waste in buildings. This includes water supply lines, drainage systems, gas piping, and related work. Fla. Stat. § 489.113 restricts unlicensed persons from performing this work.

How to Get Licensed

Florida plumbing licenses are issued by the Construction Industry Licensing Board, established under Fla. Stat. § 489.107.

Steps:

1. Meet qualifications: Fla. Stat. § 489.113 establishes experience and examination requirements. You must complete required hours of practical experience and classroom training.

2. Apply to the state board: Submit your application directly to the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board (not the city). The board processes applications and administers licensing exams.

3. Pass the licensing exam: You must pass the state plumbing exam covering Florida statutes, codes, and technical knowledge.

4. Obtain your license: Once approved, you receive your state plumbing license, valid statewide including North Bay Village.

Contact the Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board through the Florida Department of Business and Professional Regulation (DBPR) for current application procedures, fees, and exam schedules.

Local Requirements

North Bay Village enforces plumbing work through its Building Department. Before beginning any plumbing project in North Bay Village:

• Obtain a building permit from the City of North Bay Village Building Department
• Follow local amendments in the North Bay Village Municipal Code

Review the municipal code link above for any local plumbing amendments, permit procedures, inspection requirements, or additional fees specific to North Bay Village. Local amendments may impose standards beyond state minimum requirements.

Exemptions

Fla. Stat. § 489.103 exempts certain work from licensing requirements:

• Homeowners performing work on their own residences
• Employees of licensed plumbers performing work under direct supervision
• Work performed by government employees in their official capacity
• Certain routine maintenance and repair work (specific exceptions defined in statute)

Review the statute directly to confirm whether your specific work qualifies for exemption.

State Licensing Board Contact

Florida Construction Industry Licensing Board (CILB), Department of Business and Professional Regulation
- Phone: 850-487-1395
- Website: https://www2.myfloridalicense.com/construction-industry/

References

• Fla. Stat. § 489.103 — Exemptions
• Fla. Stat. § 489.105 — Definitions
• Fla. Stat. § 489.107 — Construction Industry Licensing Board
• Fla. Stat. § 489.113 — Qualifications for practice; restrictions
• North Bay Village Municipal Code

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